Somatic therapy

Somatic therapy is a body-centred approach to psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between the mind and body in the healing of trauma and emotional distress. It is based on the understanding that the body stores memories and experiences—especially those related to stress and trauma—and that physical sensations can provide important insights into emotional and psychological states.

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Unlike traditional talk therapy, somatic therapy incorporates physical awareness, movement, breath work, and other body-based techniques to help individuals process and release unresolved trauma. Clients are guided to notice bodily sensations, tension, posture, and patterns of movement, using these as entry points for emotional healing.

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Somatic therapy can be especially effective for those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, or dissociation. Common methods include Somatic Experiencing (developed by Peter Levine), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and body-based mindfulness practices.

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The goal is to help individuals reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and safely release stored tension or trauma. By integrating physical and emotional awareness, somatic therapy supports deeper healing, resilience, and a greater sense of presence and safety in the body.